If you loved
On My Block
Lauren Iungerich · Series · 2018
What hooked you in On My Block was the way lifelong friendships navigate the messy, high-stakes pressure of growing up.
Books on the same thread
The Last Kids on Earth
Max Brallier · Book · 2015
Shares a thread with On My Block: Friendship.
Just as the crew in On My Block relies on each other to survive their neighborhood, Jack and his friends lean on their bond to navigate a monster-filled apocalypse.
My Friends
Fredrik Backman · Book · 2025
Shares a thread with On My Block: Friendship.
This novel echoes the heart of On My Block by focusing on the powerful, enduring connections formed between teenagers as they face the complexities of their shifting lives.
The Hate U Give
Angie Thomas · Book · 2018
Shares a thread with On My Block: Urban Fiction.
Like On My Block, this story centers on a young person navigating racial identity and community tension, grounded in the authentic reality of a challenging urban environment.
Children of Blood and Bone
Tomi Adeyemi · Book · 2018
Explores: Magic Systems, Oppression, Rebellion.
If you valued the way characters in On My Block confronted social inequality, you will appreciate this tale of rebellion and the fight for identity against systemic oppression.
Films on the same thread
Love, Simon
Greg Berlanti · Film · 2018
Shares a thread with On My Block: First Love.
This film captures the same spirit of self-discovery and the complications of first love found in On My Block, highlighting the vulnerability of coming out to your inner circle.
Blockers
Kay Cannon · Film · 2018
Shares a thread with On My Block: Coming-of-Age Comedy.
Fans of the comedic friendship dynamics in On My Block will enjoy this raunchy look at high school milestones and the intense, often overbearing, involvement of their parents.
Blindspotting
Carlos López Estrada · Film · 2018
Explores: Police Brutality, Racial Identity, Male Friendship.
This film mirrors the urban grit of On My Block, exploring how a long-term male friendship is strained and tested when faced with the realities of police violence.
Booksmart
Film · 2019
Shares a thread with On My Block: Coming-of-age comedy.
Much like the core group in On My Block, these academic superstars prioritize their deep-rooted female friendship while attempting to cram years of missed experiences into one final night.
Podcasts on the same thread
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf · Podcast · 2026
Explores: parasocial relationships, professional intimacy, self-deprecating humor.
If the genuine, self-deprecating humor of the On My Block cast kept you watching, you will appreciate this candid look at the nature of friendship and professional intimacy.
Zane and Heath: Unfiltered
Zane & Heath · Podcast · 2026
Explores: creator culture, friendship dynamics, candid storytelling.
This podcast captures the same raw, conversational energy that defined the friendships in On My Block, offering an unfiltered look at the personal dynamics behind the public persona.
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Common questions
Is On My Block a show about high school students?
Yes, On My Block follows four smart, funny, and streetwise teens as they navigate their lifelong friendship while beginning high school in a rough Los Angeles neighborhood.
What is the setting for On My Block?
On My Block is set in a rough Los Angeles neighborhood. The story focuses on the experiences of four friends who live in this environment as they transition into their high school years.
What is the main conflict in On My Block?
The main conflict in On My Block involves four lifelong friends whose bond is put to the test as they face the challenges of starting high school within their rough Los Angeles neighborhood.
Who created the show On My Block?
On My Block was created by Lauren Iungerich. The series, which premiered in 2018, depicts the lives of four streetwise teens navigating friendship and high school in a rough Los Angeles neighborhood.